Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
If you’re thinking of joining the growing league of financially astute business leaders who make up the $20 billion accounting industry in Australia, studying a business degree with an accounting focus will put you in a strong position to succeed in any industry, anywhere in the world. Being good with…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
If you’re thinking of joining the growing league of financially astute business leaders who make up the $20 billion accounting industry in Australia, studying a business degree with an accounting focus will put you in a strong position to succeed in any industry, anywhere in the world.
Being good with numbers is only part of the equation; accountants also need to be able to interpret financial data to help inform business decisions, communicate their findings clearly and effectively and often become one of the key business stakeholders.
As the accounting profession adapts to evolving expectations, it is crucial to balance your specialist business and accounting technical skills with professional skills, to enable you to make an impact in a range of complex, global environments.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the ICMS Bachelor of Business (Accounting) you will able to:
Develop, integrate and evaluate broad business theoretical and technical knowledge.
Conduct qualitative and/or quantitative applied research, analyse and apply findings to accounting business practice.
Analyse data, create and communicate solutions to complex and unpredictable accounting challenges.
Integrate ethical and sustainable solutions into global business practices.
Recognise and analyse accounting business operations and challenges and identify solutions.
Evaluate the most appropriate skills and technologies for the different challenges presented in accounting contexts.
Communicate effectively in diverse accounting contexts and across cultures.
The Bachelor of Business (Accounting) degree provides an accounting specialisation in a broader business context. The degree has also been accredited by professional accounting bodies Charted Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), CPA Australia and by ACCA, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, providing a solid endorsement of quality.
Career Options
The Bachelor of Business (Accounting) offers opportunities to pursue a career in any business sector, without limiting your employability to one specialised area within the accounting profession.
The degree reflects the industry and job market demands for entry-level professionals who are skilled in business principles and practices as well as the depth of knowledge in specialised areas of accounting.
Financial Accountant
Tax Accountant
Auditor
Business Analyst
Financial Advisor
Forensic Accountant
Investment Manager
Finance Manager
Management Accountant
REQUIREMENTS
Completion of NSW HSC (or equivalent) with a minimum Band 2 in English Standard or English EAL/D and any one of the suggested equivalent subjects, including Mathematics Standard 2, Business Studies, Economics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Investigating Science, Legal Studies, Financial Services or Business Services. ICMS does not use selection ranks for admissions. Applicants are assessed on performance in individual HSC (or equivalent) subjects and may be contacted by ICMS to attend an interview.
Entry requirements vary from country to country.
International Baccalaureate: Completed IB Diploma with a score of 24
Cambridge International Examinations or Edexcel GCE: Successful completion of GCE A-level with an aggregate of 6
BTEC: Successful completion of BTEC National Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in business or related area
Certificate IV: Successful completion of Certificate Level IV qualification (under the AQF), or its equivalent.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (academic) – Overall 6.0; Writing 5.5; Speaking 5.5
TOEFL iBT -Overall 60; Writing 18; Speaking 16
Pearson (academic) – Overall 46; Writing 36; Speaking 36
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS) is a higher education institution with campuses in Manly and Sydney’s business district. ICMS is a leader in career-focused, quality education and offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees to Australian and international students. ICMS degrees are at the same Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level as University degrees. ICMS degrees are recognised by various industry partners over the world.The ICMS applied learning and teaching philosophy delivers a student experience that is both relevant and contemporary to the workplace. ICMS academic faculty have extensive industry experience, high-level qualifications, and a passion for teaching. All ICMS courses allow flexibility to follow your individual strengths and passions.Strongly endorsed and supported by industry, the ICMS Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program is key to the success of ICMS students with work placements built into all undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Our network of industry partners includes leading organisations in Australia and globally who work with our placement team to provide students with invaluable industry insight and experience. In addition, with the support of these partners, ICMS awards multiple high value scholarships as part of the ICMS Scholarships Program.The iconic Northern Beaches Campus, affectionately called the “castle on the hill”, offers sweeping views over Manly Beach, and contrasts with the modern, vibrant and centrally-located City Campus. Both offer spectacular study locations that would be hard to beat anywhere in the world.ICMS offers everything that a traditional student experience provides, such as sporting teams, student clubs, campus facilities and on and off campus accommodation, but at ICMS you will get the attention and learning supoort to succeed academically. With over 2000 students from more than 50 countries, ICMS offers a social and supportive community in which students enjoy a diverse and personalised learning experience.ICMS offers pathway programs through the Aspire Institute and the International Sport College of Australia (ISCA).
